Monaco Coach Lapalma Problems by Year
NHTSA has 30 owner complaints and 14 safety recalls on file for the Monaco Coach Lapalma, across 9 model years (1999–2007). The 2002 model year has the most complaints (11). The most reported problem area overall is equipment.
Monaco Coach Lapalma years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Lapalma year: 2002. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2002 Lapalma: 11 complaints, 6 recalls
- 2001 Lapalma: 5 complaints, 7 recalls
- 2004 Lapalma: 4 complaints, 3 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2006 Lapalma: 1 complaint, 2 recalls
- 2007 Lapalma: 1 complaint, 2 recalls
- 1999 Lapalma: 2 complaints, 3 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Monaco Coach Lapalma problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equipment | 6 | 5 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 5 | 4 | 0 |
| Structure | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Suspension | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Power Train | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Trailer Hitches | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Monaco Coach Lapalma model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 Lapalma | 1 | 2 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | |
| 2006 Lapalma | 1 | 2 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2005 Lapalma | 2 | 2 | — | Equipment | |
| 2004 Lapalma | 4 | 3 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2003 Lapalma | 2 | 5 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2002 Lapalma | 11 | 6 | — | Equipment | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2001 Lapalma | 5 | 7 | — | Suspension | |
| 2000 Lapalma | 2 | 6 | — | Seat Belts | |
| 1999 Lapalma | 2 | 3 | — | Equipment |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Monaco Coach Lapalma years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2002 (11) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical Lapalma year. Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Monaco Coach Lapalma?
Equipment, with 6 complaints across 5 model years.
How many recalls does the Monaco Coach Lapalma have?
14 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.